Must-Visit, fun one day trip to Peddlers Village

Traveling in 2021 has changed so much, but that does not mean we can’t explore our own neighborhoods, which may have been taken for granted in the past. And, dear Philadelphians, there is a lot of history to explore in the city of brotherly love, as well as in the nearby suburbs which are full of hidden gems. So, if you are looking for some exploring to do on a weekend with family or friends. Then surely plan to visit Peddler’s Village, this is a must-visit fun day trip to explore for locals and visitors, you can’t beat free entry and parking.

Peddler’s Village is located in Bucks County, a suburb of Philadelphia county; a 30-minute drive from Philadelphia city and 15 minutes drive on route 202 from New Jersey. This place is a storybook-like village with beautiful antique shops, lodging, and lots of dining and shopping options. It is a must-visit, fun day trip to Peddlers Village regardless of whether you wish to venture and explore bucks county or not. But, you should definitely spend some of your time in this hidden gem on your next visit to the Philadelphia area. Peddler’s village boasts of 65 specialty shops, five restaurants, Golden plough inn, and the Giggleberry Fair.

This post is a guide on exploring Peddlers Village (free parking and entrance to the village) located in Lahaska, PA – 35 minutes drive from Philadelphia city. Great place for couples and families with young children

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^{Reminder: Due to COVID-19, please wear a mask and maintain six feet distance. Peddlers village do have outdoor dining options. They offer special events all throughout the year, some of the big ones to attend are the murder mystery dinner, January sales, strawberries season, fall festival and much more.} 

How to get to Peddlers Village

Peddlers Village is located in Lahaska Pa, but most GPS recognizes this address 100 Peddlers Village, New Hope, PA 18938 if you are coming in from route 202, GPS will ask you to make a right into the parking lot (this is not the correct lot, instead, its a parking lot for the Lahaska clinic). So, keep going straight and turn right into the next parking lot, you will see the building with a sign; big and clear Peddlers Village as shown in the image below, you will also see the Coach retail store on your left (a fun store to visit if you have the time)

Peddlers village has 3 different parking lots, all free to use. The entrance to the village is free as well. So, if you don’t plan to spend any money, it is a great place for relaxing with lots of antique shops to explore or take in nature. You also get to enjoy the festive cheer depending on what time of the year you visit. Peddler’s Village has a weekly murder mystery dinner mostly on Saturday nights, fall festivals, holiday lights in December and much more throughout the year depending on the season Click Here to find out what’s happening at peddlers village this month.

Best times to Visit

If you would like to spend a more peaceful, relaxing time outdoors, then a good time to visit would be during the day. But, if you prefer a more happening time, then weekends would be an ideal time. My favorite time to visit peddlers’ village is in winter because it is laden with lights, looks fully alive and vibrant. 

I also visited the village on a weekday and it is not crowded as it is during the night, it was so calm that I was able to get some pictures, relax and sightsee. But, I definitely prefer the nighttime because of the lights and cheerful people, the place looked and felt alive.

Places to eat

A fun day trip to Peddlers Village wouldn’t be complete without food. And, Peddlers village has five (5) full-service restaurants that are really busy during dinner time, and most have an hour wait time ( but you can use that time to shop around) or plan ahead and reserve your table. My favorite place to eat is Buttonwood grill, a good place if you are craving burgers, they also have thin-crust pizzas and they offer specials depending on the season. My favorite pizza from their place is Grandma Mia (which has a good amount of mozzarella cheese and pesto). Another great place to eat at is Hart’s Tavern, this place has a good choice of burgers and sandwiches. Click Here for a list of restaurants, eateries, and other outdoor dining options at Peddlers Village

Sweet Tooth

If you have a sweet tooth like I do and would love to try some of the local bakers, try:

Skips Candy Corner: Family owned (3 generations currently run it, how sweet!) here you will find homemade chocolate, candy, and the great part is that they have a dedicated nut-free chocolate and candies section. If you would like something customized, you can always reach out and they are always helpful to accommodate. Their Tiramisu truffles are a must try! 

The Lucky Cupcake company: Is another custom bakeshop that has made to the Food Networks show Cupcake Wars! they make everything from scratch and have a yummy freshly baked selection of cupcakes. And, if you are looking for a custom cake, they will be happy to make a special order. Lucky cupcakes also offers a good selection of cookies, cheesecakes and pastries.

Now, if you are looking for ice cream for a quick Instagram story then definitely stop by at Nina’s waffles and ice cream to choose from a selection of hand-dipped ice cream and homemade toppings

Cluster Handcrafted Popcorn Popcorns of kinds of flavors are available, literally from sweet to spicy, stop by to pick a bag to go.

Places to see

There are 65 specialty shops including antique shops, art galleries, wineries, boutiques and much more, almost all shops are small locally owned businesses. Peddlers Village is a fun trip for couples to enjoy a date night exploring and then dinner at one of their full-service restaurants. Families with young children, don’t be disappointed, peddlers village is kids friendly and has so many fun things and activities for younger children, plan to visit the Giggleberry fair a fun indoor playscape for the family (a good entertainment for children up to 12 years of age). Giggleberry Fair has an incredible obstacle course, games, activities, and a café with homemade family-friendly food. Giggleberry Fair entrance is free but you will have to pay for the activities, cost varies depending on the activity Click Here to see the cost of the activities. Here are a few other fun stores to visit :

1.  What’s in name – they have antique crests, shields, and an extensive database of information regarding family name and history. They also have a large antique map department with originals. You can spend a good time of time here, learning and exploring family history 
2. Lahaska Book Shop – I love this place because I still enjoy reading from a hardcover paperback actual than my kindle, so this place is a dream. This bookshop has a wide array of books for children and adults to enjoy. 

Pictures to take

Visit the gazebo and take a fun picture, you may even catch a glimpse of a proposal or a wedding shoot here. Also, they also change the outdoor décor depending on the season, I was able to catch an ice sculpture shot with baby Yoda.

What to wear

If you plan to shop and explore, then wear something comfortable, especially footwear, as there can be a lot of walking exploring the quaint village. Also, don’t forget to check the weather and the type of pictures you are wanting to take: chic, comfortable, or dressy, whatever you like

If you plan on staying for the weekend or want to further explore bucks county, then you should definitely check out the Peddlers Village lodging at the Golden Plough Inn (which always has great deals)  

Summary

This is a must-visit fun day trip to Peddlers Village for any time of the year. Every season has its own celebration, a strawberry festival for the summer, annual scarecrow festival in the fall. And for the holidays it transforms into a magical place laden with lights and laughter. They also host a mystery murder dinner almost every week. or you could go there any time of the day to explore and window shop, there are over 65 plus specialty shops almost all locally owned with some amazing dessert, sweet tooth places to try.